Groundwater
Introduction
Much is spoken about the water resources of Earth but groundwater is less frequently mentioned. This activity aims at informing students about the importance of groundwater, where it is found, how it is used, what are the threats groundwater is exposed to. The concrete experience students get is doing research work on their own, using digital resources, to learn something new.
Objectives
• To gain information about the importance of groundwater on earth
• To raise awareness of the importance of sustainable use of groundwater
Learning outcomes
By the end of this learning scenario, students will be able to:
• differentiate types of natural waters
• list the most important water resources of their region
• assess what the impact of human activities is on groundwater
resources
• actively participate in an eco-friendly poster exhibition of their
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